The BTA on Aug. 27, 2026 sent this letter to U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick that cites our strong concerns about the U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods and the risk for economic harm to both countries and the potential damage to North American competitiveness.
The Border Trade Alliance is deeply concerned by the administration’s announcement that additional tariffs will be imposed on Canadian imports, including goods that have met the requirements of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
The Border Trade Alliance is concerned that any sign that the U.S. might eventually exit USMCA injects unnecessary uncertainty into the future of North American trade at a time when businesses need stability to invest, hire, and grow
The three new directors bring extensive experience in international trade, economic development, infrastructure, business leadership, and cross-border commerce, further strengthening the BTA’s role as the leading advocate for policies that promote secure and efficient trade across North America.
The BTA on Mar. 31, 2026 sent a letter to USDA Sec. Brooke Rollins urging cooperation between the U.S. and Mexico to control the spread of New World Screwworm and restart cross-border cattle trade.
The Border Trade Alliance on February 24, 2026 sent a letter to Texas U.S. Sens. John Cornyn and Ted Cruz supporting a request from the El Paso Chamber that additional time be granted to complete an independent economic impact study before any final decision is made regarding the removal of commercial traffic from the Bridge of the Americas.
The Border Trade Alliance was pleased to join a large coalition of trade advocates as a signer to this letter to the U.S. Trade Representative in support of USMCA.
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Following the announcement by USDOT of the elimination of air service routes between the U.S. and Mexico, including between South Texas and Mexico City, the Border Trade Alliance urged members of Texas' congressional delegation to intervene in hopes of reaching a negotiated solution between the two federal governments.
The Border Trade Alliance on Oct. 31, 2025 submitted comments to the U.S. Trade Representative on the topic of the six-year review of USMCA.